Current Conditions and Heat
Melissa is experiencing very hot conditions this Saturday afternoon. The air temperature is currently 91F, but the heat index makes it feel like 99F. Humidity levels are quite high, with a dew point of 72F and relative humidity at 53%. Winds are light from the south at 8 mph, with gusts reaching 8 mph, under a clear sky.
Today and Tonight Forecast
Temperatures will climb to a high near 96F today. The National Weather Service indicates heat index values could reach as high as 105. While the day starts sunny, there is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4pm. Overnight, conditions will shift to partly cloudy skies with a low around 78F. Temperatures may rise to around 80F during the night. The heat index will remain elevated, peaking near 102. Winds will shift to the south southeast, blowing between 5 to 10 mph. There is also a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm tonight.
Tomorrow Outlook
The heat will persist into tomorrow, with highs near 98F. The sky will be mostly sunny, but the chance of precipitation increases to 30%. Showers and thunderstorms are likely after 4pm. Heat index values are expected to reach 104. Winds will remain light from the south around 5 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch are possible. Overnight tomorrow, there is a chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm, followed by a slight chance between 7pm and 1am. Partly cloudy skies will prevail with a low around 76F. Temperatures may rise to around 78F overnight. The heat index will stay high at 101, with southeast winds around 5 mph.
